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SG59 RZD

2009 Volvo XC70

Red Diesel 2401cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

161,320 mi
Last recorded161,320 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Volvo XC7093,059 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG59 RZD
MakeVolvo
ModelXC70
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,401cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 161,320 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 151,353 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 142,397 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 May 2023 131,609 miles
Fail 2 May 2023 131,593 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jun 2022 120,645 miles
Fail 26 May 2022 120,645 miles

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

tail gate cannot be opened from outside

Pass 1 Oct 2021 111,465 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 87,125 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 73,457 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 73,423 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 70,287 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 64,239 miles

engine and under covers fitted

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Oct 2016 57,765 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 51,918 miles

FRONT DISCS CORRODING

NAIL ON REAR NEAR SIDE TYRE

Offside Front BALD ON INNER EDGE

REAR TYRES ON 3MM

Fail 26 Oct 2015 51,918 miles

FRONT DISCS CORRODING

NAIL ON REAR NEAR SIDE TYRE

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front BALD ON INNER EDGE

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

REAR TYRES ON 3MM

Pass 17 Oct 2014 47,624 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Oct 2013 40,348 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2013 40,325 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Oct 2012 30,868 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2012 30,860 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Volvo XC70?

Based on 361,836 MOT tests across 23,034 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
7,931
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
23,034
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 4,853
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,268
Registration plate lamp not working 3,654
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,754
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,697
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SG59 RZD is a 2009 Volvo XC70 in Red with a 2,401cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2009 Volvo XC70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 93,059 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volvo XC70 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 4,853 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SG59 RZD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo XC70 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 17 years old, this Volvo XC70 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SG59 RZD registered?

SG59 RZD is a 2009 Volvo XC70, first registered on 28 October 2009.

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